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Delivery Driver – Part Time (19 hours/week)

Southern Tier Library System, Painted Post, NY

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

This is a level 2 part time non-exempt position serving within the Division of Librarianship. This 19 hour a week position works under the supervision of the Coordinator of Delivery Services and is responsible for ensuring the interchange of materials between STLS and its members and affiliated agencies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS POSITION

Work involves loading the delivery van and driving to member libraries and affiliated agencies so as to deliver and pick up materials in a prescribed manner using the current delivery schedule.

This person is expected to work without direct supervision and exercise good judgment when making decisions while on the road. Represents STLS with member library staff and others encountered during the workday. May be required to train other employees.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

This position requires the ability to exercise good judgment in handling of minor delivery problems and in the care and operation of delivery vehicles. This person must be able to follow oral and written instructions, keep to a schedule, show attention to detail in sorting and delivering materials accurately, and be adaptable in the face of unforeseen circumstances. A high degree of responsibility and personal integrity is required as this person has possession of keys to member libraries. This person must have a general knowledge of STLS services, be able to interact well with a variety of people, represent the System positively, and work well with colleagues.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED. Current New York state driver’s license with a clean driving record. This job requires lifting, loading, and carrying up to 50 lb. bags in all weather conditions, up and down stairs, to up to 17 locations per day.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

• Load delivery vehicle with bags weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Off load & pick up deliveries at member libraries requiring walking up and down stairs, including marble steps, in all weather conditions – up to 17 locations per shift.
• Sort materials as picked up for delivery on route.
• Respond to requests for delivery supplies from librarians.
• Wash and clean assigned vehicle as assigned.
• Work two to three, up to 9.5 hour, days per week on a rotating schedule basis.
• Other duties as assigned.

Read the full job description here: Delivery Driver Full Job Description

Children’s Library Assistant – Part Time

Watkins Glen Public Library, Watkins Glen, NY

The Watkins Glen Public Library is seeking a dependable and self-motivated part-time Children’s Library Assistant. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, general operation of the Circulation Desk, hosting weekly Storytimes, coordinating with school groups, and additional children’s programming in collaboration with the Library Director.

Qualifications:

• Associates degree in Elementary Education or Child Development is preferred.
• Preference will also be given to candidates possessing two years of paid or voluntary experience in and of the following: organizing and presenting children’s programs in libraries; publicizing children’s library programs; selecting children’s books for libraries; directing outreach programs for children.
• Knowledge of child development and appropriate literature for different age groups.
• Ability to work with children in groups.
• Quality storytelling skills and program development skills.
• Ability to take initiative in developing new services for children and youth.

Schedule: 19 hours per week: Wednesdays 9am-5pm, Thursdays 9am-5pm, Saturdays 10am-2pm

Anticipated Start Date: April 1, 2026

Application:

Please submit applications by March 20, 2026.

A Civil Service application for employment must be completed and submitted to the Schuyler County Civil Service office at 105 Ninth Street, Watkins Glen, NY 14891.

Please see the following link for the complete job posting: Watkins Glen Children’s Library Assistant